Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Biomaterials in Canada
Positions in biomaterials in canada
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Universities with open positions in biomaterials in Canada include The University of British Columbia and University of Alberta.
The University of British Columbia
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Research Associate in Next-Generation RNA Therapeutics at the University of British Columbia This is a full-time research associate opportunity at UBC Vancouver in the Michael Smith Laboratories, working on next-generation RNA therapeutics and polymer-based delivery systems. The position is co-supervised by Dr. Anna Blakney and Dr. Jay Kizhakkedathu. The project focuses on designing and synthesizing novel polymers for RNA delivery, then testing their performance in vivo in preclinical models. Th...
Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
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University of Alberta
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University of Alberta is hiring a Research Associate in Consolidation & Water Treatment in Edmonton, Canada. This is a full-time, in-person, one-year academic research appointment within the Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences. The role is embedded in a research theme focused on developing solutions for environmental challenges and current energy systems, with emphasis on advanced materials , bio-based consolidants , biosorbents , photocatalysts , and water remediation. The su...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
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Living costs in Canada
Estimated costs in Canada.
MonthlyYearly | Canada |
|---|---|
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | C$1.6k $1,200/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | C$979 $720/yr |
 Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | C$1.3k $960/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | C$11.4k $8,400/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Professor
University of Southern Queensland
Canada
Research Interests
Material Characterization
Hydrometallurgy
Green Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemistry
University of Toronto
Canada
Research Interests
Biomaterials
Biochemical Engineering
Anaerobic Digestion
Biorefinery
Antimicrobial Stewardship
University of Prince Edward Island
Canada
Research Interests
Polymer Chemistry
Tissue Engineering
Supramolecular Chemistry
Nanomaterials In Biomedical Engineering
Self-assembly
Professors you could contact
Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair II
Western University
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Polymer Physics
Biomaterial
Nanostructured Materials
Hydrogel
McMaster University
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Polymer Chemistry
Biomaterial
Nanomaterials In Biomedical Engineering
Hydrogel
Professor
University of Victoria
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Cell Biology
Bioprinting
Electrospinning
Biofabrication
Scholarships relevant to you
Mitacs Globalink Graduate Fellowship
Partially Funded
MitacsCanadaAnnual
CanadaAnnualThe Mitacs Globalink Graduate Fellowship supports former Globalink interns returning to Canada for graduate study at eligible Canadian universities, with funding for research-based master's or PhD pathways.
Master
PhD
Mitacs Globalink Research Internship
Fully Funded
MitacsCanadaCloses Usually in September
CanadaCloses Usually in SeptemberMitacs Globalink Research Internship is a competitive international summer research programme in Canada for undergraduate students from eligible countries, pairing them with faculty supervisors at Canadian universities.
Bachelor
Ontario Trillium Scholarship
Fully Funded
Government of OntarioCanadaAnnual
CanadaAnnualThe Ontario Trillium Scholarship supports outstanding international students pursuing doctoral studies at eligible universities in Ontario, Canada.
PhD
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.